Geranium maderense

Fantastic large Cranesbill, which first and foremost stands out due to its large, deeply incised leaves. The atmosphere of a palm is certainly present! After 1 or 2 years, the rather large, light pink flowers emerge above the foliage to a height of 1 m. Towards the heart, the flower color is darker pink, with dark rays towards the outer edge. The flowering period is from April - June. Give them a sunny to lightly shaded (large) spot, some drought is well tolerated. Mix some potting soil or peat into the soil for the correct acidity. After flowering, the plant will self-seed abundantly, so that a weakening plant always has fresh offspring. Due to the enormous leaf growth, a beautiful structure is created at the base of the plant. The lower leaves support the upper leaves, so do not immediately cut off the more worn leaves; these will be overgrown naturally. In severe frost, some protection is recommended; potting and overwintering frost-free is also an option.

Ooievaarsbek is the Dutch name for the garden geranium, not to be confused with the geraniums planted in window boxes and pots, these plants are called Pelargonium.

Names:
Latin: Geranium maderense
Dutch: Palmgeranium
Also: Madeira Cranesbill
English: The Madeira Island Geranium, Madeira Cranesbill